
← From A to Zebra12 Aug · 59 min
From A to Zebra Podcast S3:E22 Letter U - Unsportsmanlike guest Stephen Mackey
<p><strong>Summary:</strong></p><p><br /></p><p>Stephen Mackey shares the inspiring story behind the Texas Way, a program designed to improve sportsmanship and character in high school sports. Discover how this initiative is transforming culture, reducing ejections, and teaching life skills through sports.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Chapters:</strong></p><p><br /></p><p>00:00 Introduction and overview of the Texas Way</p><p>02:04 Stephen Mackey's journey in character development</p><p>05:18 The inspiration behind the Texas Way</p><p>08:03 The importance of adversity and character</p><p>16:40 Creating the Texas Way to address sportsmanship issues</p><p>26:34 How the program is implemented across Texas</p><p>38:08 Measuring success and impact of the Texas Way</p><p>45:35 Expansion plans and future goals</p><p>48:55 Message to coaches about officiating and behavior</p><p>54:40 The mission of the Texas Way and character building</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>